Presidential candidate flees her apartment on eve of election in Belarus
The main opposition candidate in Belarus’ Sunday presidential election went into hiding the night before challenging longtime leader Alexander Lukashenko, who is seeking his sixth term.
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French President Emmanuel Macron will bring together world leaders via video on Sunday to pledge aid to help Lebanon rebuild after the devastating explosion that ripped through its capital, Beirut, five days ago.
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After a deadly explosion shook Beirut, Lebanon, killing at least 154 people and injuring at least 5,000, protesters gathered in the city to demand help, answers and accountability from the government.
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Coronavirus: Trump signs relief order after talks at Congress collapse
The measures include pay for millions of jobless but some are likely to face legal challenges.
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This Greek Orthodox church’s altar survived the blast unscathed – even its oil lamp stayed lit.
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The Covid-19 outbreak shows no sign of easing but cities have already reopened shops and restaurants.
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MV Wakashio ran aground on coral reef on 25 July and is now leaking oil.
Read More »Beirut explosion: World leaders to hold aid summit
French President Emmanuel Macron has organised Sunday’s online talks to generate aid for Lebanon.
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